Sam Barlow High School vs West Orient Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Sam Barlow High School
Gresham · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,635 students
West Orient Middle School
Gresham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
383 students
| Measure | Sam Barlow High School Gresham, Oregon | West Orient Middle School Gresham, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #171 of 215 | #84 of 208 |
| National rank | #13647 of 16,910 | #9134 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,635 | 383 |
| Enrollment | 1,635 | 383 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.5% | 82.8% |
| Students per teacher | 25.5 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 40% |
| city | Gresham | Gresham |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Orient Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.2 vs 28.6).
- •West Orient Middle School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 28%).
- •West Orient Middle School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 51%).
- •Sam Barlow High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.5% vs 82.8%).
- •West Orient Middle School does better on students per teacher (20.2 vs 25.5).
- •Sam Barlow High School is the larger school with 1,635 students compared with 383.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sam Barlow High School better than West Orient Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), West Orient Middle School ranks higher (43.2 vs 28.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Sam Barlow High School and West Orient Middle School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Gresham and Gresham in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Sam Barlow High School: 1,635. West Orient Middle School: 383. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Sam Barlow High School and West Orient Middle School rank in Oregon?
Sam Barlow High School is 171st of 215 and West Orient Middle School is 84th of 208 among high schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).